We are looking for someone to join our hard working kitchen team. Applicants must have previous experience of working in the hospitality trade specifically within a kitchen porter role and be flexible with the hours they can work.
Typical hours are 8-10 per week
It is preferred that you have had previous experience in a high volume driven restaurant environment but not essential as full training will be provided.
At Chesters we specialize in modern and traditional Mexican cuisine along with our trademark vegetarian and vegan food.
Our restaurant is well known for its lively and friendly atmosphere as well as elegant dining and laid back bar area.
Overview of Responsibilities
- To wash dishes, cutlery, serving utensils, containers, tables and all other catering equipment in the restaurant.
- To clean, on a daily basis, all catering areas to the required standard.
- Ensure the kitchen floor and all work surfaces are spotless before leaving your shift.
- During service manage the dirty plates while at the same time assisting the chefs with their requirements.
- Report any maintenance faults as soon as they occur using our established procedures
- Carry out simple preparation of foods, including vegetables, salads, sauces, frozen and dehydrated products and assist the Line Chefs, Kitchen Supervisor and Kitchen Manager in cooking foods by frying, boiling, steaming etc. using all large and small kitchen equipment provided.
- To undertake general cleaning duties throughout the kitchen, including wiping work surfaces and mopping floors. This will also include stocking and emptying the dishwasher at regular intervals.
- Perform cleaning tasks as directed by the Kitchen Supervisor or Kitchen Manager in kitchen store areas, internal and external waste bin and ground level drain areas.
- Provide assistance with special function catering and any other catering services undertaken by the kitchen.
- To undertake such other related duties as are required to ensure the restaurant and the kitchen are in a clean and hygienic condition and that the food service is efficient and effective.
- To undertake any other duties that may be required for the effective operation of the catering establishment; this may include cash collection and banking.
Specific responsibilities
- To maintain a high standard of personal hygiene. To ensure that a clean uniform is worn at all times.
- Adhere to health and safety legislation and food hygiene legislation if preparing food.
- Be self motivated and demonstrate consistent focus and enthusiasm.
- Be a valued team player by taking measures to assist your colleagues when your own work load allows.
- To attend staff meetings and training designed to maintain high standards of hygiene and health and safety throughout the restaurant.
- Complete all appropriate company documentation and key tasks, on every shift.
- Always adhere to all company policies and procedures.
Skills Required
- General understanding of the workings of a restaurant kitchen.
- Basic knowledge of food hygiene, storage and preparation.
- High standards of cleanliness.
- Maintain personal knowledge by completing in-house training and workbooks.
- Organisational skills to prioritize daily tasks.
- Positive attitude.
- Understanding all key business standards related to food, service and cleanliness.
Performance Measurements
- Overall condition of building and equipment.
- Competence in and execution of all working laws and food safety laws.
- Maintain personal knowledge by completing in-house training, attending courses and completing workbooks.
Job Context
The catering environment can be a physically demanding environment requiring substantial physical effort at times with heavy lifting and sometimes long periods of repetitive tasks. A certain degree of bending, stretching, twisting and constant movement is required and ability to work at a quick pace over meal service times.
A high level of flexibility is required to cover changes in services, dependant on business levels and requirements. Demands to provide services to the restaurant, requires co-operation and must be prepared to extend working hours at short notice within limits. Supervisors must be prepared to work in any area unless specialist training has not been given.
Job Types: Permanent, Part-time
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
Application question(s):
- Are you available to work Friday and Saturday evenings?
Experience:
- Kitchen Assistant: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
